Construction Site Supervisor (Inspector)

Build Nova Scotia - 3 Jobs

Halifax, NS

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Posted 2 days ago

Job Details:

In-person

$40.71 - $55.98 / hour

Part-time

Experienced

Reporting to the Director of Public Housing - New Builds, the Construction Site Inspector is accountable to carry out the necessary inspections required for monitoring the construction items on multiple projects as indicated in the project documents, plans and specifications. This role also monitors the compliance to Provincial and Federal acts and regulations with respect to Health and Safety and Environment.

The Construction Site Inspector will be responsible to liaise with Build Nova Scotia (BNS) representatives and its consultants and shall report on site activities based on objectives determined by BNS and its consultants.

The Construction Site Inspector must develop relationships with, trades, contractors, consultants and other government departments, Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency, and crown corporations, while supporting operational requirements and program objectives, with a long-term vision for project success. This is a term position.

Responsibilities

Assure that the contractual construction work is in general compliance with all requirements of the contract documents, and the BNS's practices and procedures, including the New Public Housing Design Guidelines document.
Verify Contractors' monthly payment requests are on par with actual completed work and materials on site.
Monitors project deliverables and provides direction to staff so that deliverables meet defined BNS quality standards. Documents and reviews the site progress records, schedule and record drawings to ensure they are maintained in accordance with the contract documents. Observes the work of various trades and identifies any concerns to the General Contractor and/or BNS Project Manager.
Reports any non-conformance to the attention of the contractor, consultant(s), and internal BNS Project Manager.
Provides weekly reports on the site construction activities and photographic representation on the work completed.
Assist with co-ordinate inspections by the consultants, Fire Marshal and other officials having jurisdiction, Dept. of Labor, Dept. of Environment, utilities, the Owner, and independent testing companies. Witness on-site testing, as required.
Communicates regularly with sponsors and stakeholders to maintain positive working relationships.

Qualifications

Build Nova Scotia Strategic Infrastructure Division is responsible to deliver new Public Housing projects. The Construction Site Inspector is often required to engage in work which is unique and for which there is no benchmark. Must have the ability to work independently and be adaptable to work situations.
This job requires a Red Seal trade, Architectural Technologist, Engineering, CET or equivalent technical certification, or equivalent experience.

Preference will be given to proponents with:

5 or more years' experience on projects valued at $20M or more
Should have experience in providing either inspection, supervision, construction administration or design services for large building construction projects
Experience on healthcare facilities, schools, long term care facilities, or other public building projects
Familiarity with the Department's policies concerning construction projects

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Pay Grade: NSL-12

Salary Range: $2850.33 - $3919.20 Bi-Weekly if working FTE hours

Hourly Range: $40.71 - $55.98 if working casual part-time hours

Salary Placement: The placement of a new hire into the salary range is based on an objective salary rating process. This process will assess the knowledge, skills and overall qualifications of a candidate along with internal equity to determine appropriate compensation placement. Each pay grade has established steps, and new hires cannot exceed certain maximums which are outlined in the Compensation Framework. The final compensation for this position will be determined based on these factors.

Benefits:

Build Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits including:

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Health, Dental and Life Insurance

Paid Vacation and General Illness Leave

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Employee and Family Assistance Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Company Website: http://www.buildns.ca

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About Build Nova Scotia

Build Nova Scotia is the Province's Crown Corporation responsible for leading sustainable development of high-potential property and infrastructure across our province to drive economic and population growth. In short, we build things-and how we build them matters as much as what we build. We engage Nova Scotia's diverse communities to lead and support projects that create inclusive, sustainable places that people love. We leverage our projects and programs as tools to bring people together in pursuit of keeping Nova Scotians healthy, connected, and thriving no matter where they live. A thriving community is a powerful thing, and we're doing our part to help communities reach their full potential by stewarding projects that enhance quality of life and community well-being, build local pride and momentum, and grow our economy.

Our goal is a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the clients we serve. Build Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in occupations or positions where they are under represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your application.